
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kilowatt Lake Neighborhood of Memphis, TN from $300 (55 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kilowatt Lake area of Memphis.


1591 Locust St

2483 Vandale Ave

University Gardens Manor

1735 Delano Ave, Unit Appletree South - 1 Bedroom

1512 N Merton St

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681 Harrell St

679 Harrell St
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2490 Staten Ave

820 Maury St

1536 Tutwiler Ave

1735 Delano Ave, Unit Appletree South - 2 Bedroom

2565 Peres Ave

1304-1306 Snowden Ave

528 East Dr

2302 Alameda Ave

985 Marble Ave
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1432 Boxwood St

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Watkins Manor

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2238 Howell Ave

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2255 Marble Ave

684 Lipford St

2086 Hubert Ave
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1111 North Pkwy

1133 Gerard St

1463 Boxwood St

2718 Windsor Pkwy

701 Glankler St

1351 Austin St

Saints Court Apartments

669-677 Harrell St

778 Alma St

2659 Whitman Ave
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977 Pope St

744 Lester St

1320 Faxon Ave

2399 Golden Ave

1785 Marble Ave

585 N Avalon St

848 Biggs St

Love Midtown Apartments

528 E Pkwy N, Unit 9

2659 Windsor Pkwy
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Kilowatt Lake, Memphis, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kilowatt Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilowatt Lake Studio Apartments | $833 | $725 | $1,050 |
| Kilowatt Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $875 | $595 | $1,800 |
| Kilowatt Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $823 | $659 | $1,450 |
| Kilowatt Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $940 | $1,375 |
| Kilowatt Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,095 |
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Cheapest Available Kilowatt Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kilowatt Lake area of Memphis, TN is a 2 Beds unit found at University Gardens Manor priced from $659. 1716 DuPont Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Kilowatt Lake apartments for rent in Memphis, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Gardens Manor | 2x1 Classic | 2BR,1BA | $659 |
| 1716 DuPont Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Kings Reserve Memphis | Belvedere | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Galloway @ Evergreen | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Parcels at Concourse | Crafton 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,418 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kilowatt Lake, TN
As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kilowatt Lake area is the $1.19 price per square foot Gold Unit Model at University Gardens Manor in the in the East Memphis neighborhood starting from $920. The second greatest value Kilowatt Lake apartment is the 1534 N Parkway Model at 1534 N Parkway, Unit 1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Midtown Memphis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kilowatt Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Gardens Manor | Gold Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 1534 N Parkway, Unit 1 | 1534 N Parkway | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Kings Reserve Memphis | Belvedere | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Galloway @ Evergreen | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Parcels at Concourse | Crafton 2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.73 |
| 1716 DuPont Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKilowatt Lake, Memphis, TN
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kilowatt Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kilowatt Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Kilowatt Lake is University Gardens Manor which is listed at $659, while the average apartment in Kilowatt Lake costs $1,325.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kilowatt Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 68 regular apartments in Kilowatt Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kilowatt Lake?
Cheap apartments in Kilowatt Lake have an average cost of $543 which is $782 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kilowatt Lake.
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